News editor, west coast

The Guardian is a global news organization that delivers fearless, independent journalism. From breaking news and award-winning investigations, to in-depth coverage of technology, sports, film, culture and lifestyle, the Guardian offers a global view that deepens our audiences' understanding of America and the world.

Headquartered in New York City, Guardian US is an entirely digital operation that seeks to engage US readers by combining the Guardian's international coverage with US voices and expertise. Core coverage areas include the climate emergency, economic and racial inequality, digital privacy and much more. Guardian US launched in 2011 and today has bureaus in New York, Washington DC, New Orleans and Los Angeles. The Guardian is an independently owned, mission-driven organization, funded by readers around the globe.

It’s the talent, energy and commitment our people bring to The Guardian that make us who we are. Across our business we have some of the most creative thinkers in media and beyond: award winning journalists, cutting edge commercial teams, digital talent and more. 

The Guardian is now looking for a news editor and writer to join its west coast news desk. 

Job Title: News editor, west coast

Department: Editorial (News)

Location: US West Coast

Reports to: West Coast editor and west coast deputy editor, news

Terms: Full-time, Permanent, News Media Guild position

Typical schedule: Friday - Tuesday or equivalent schedule two weeks out of six, Monday - Friday four weeks out of six.

About the role

The west coast team covers US news for a global audience, focusing on the Guardian’s editorial priorities of power and equity in America. The team aims to expertly cover urgent news while producing impactful features, enterprise coverage and investigate reporting. 

The news editor and writer will hold a key role in the team, serving as west coast weekend editor for two weekends out of six, and working as an editor and writer on the west coast news desk four weeks out of six. 

As weekend editor, this staffer will oversee US news during west coast hours; liaising with colleagues in London, Australia and New York to cover breaking and daily news; writing, commissioning and editing news stories; deploying staff reporters and freelancers, and monitoring the home page and social channels.

On weekdays, the staffer will help set the news agenda by assigning and editing news stories and explainers, write news stories and explainers, as well as live blog. 

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about delivering the news and producing distinctive journalism that moves the needle. You should be well-versed in the Guardian’s major beats including climate, politics and tech. You should be comfortable working independently and taking charge,  have significant experience in digital journalism and news editing. 

About you

• Excellent knowledge of national news and current affairs
• Excellent knowledge of west coast news and current affairs
• Expert news judgement
• Experience with daily news assigning and editing, including breaking news
• Extensive experience writing and reporting news stories, including on key topics including politics and tech
• Significant digital journalism experience, including by running liveblogs
• Attention to detail
• Self starter mentality 
• Understanding of Guardian tone, global audience and overall ‘playful intelligence’ approach

How to Apply

We know there are great candidates who might not check all these boxes or who possess important skills we haven’t thought of. If that’s you, we encourage you to apply and tell us about yourself.

All candidates interested in applying should upload a resume and cover letter.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary: $110,000 - 115,000 
• 20 days of vacation leave in addition to 11 company holidays and 2 personal days
• Unlimited sick time
• Free Headspace subscription for you and your family members(Headspace is a company that offers evidence-based meditation and mindfulness tools, mental health coaching, therapy, psychiatry, and EAP services)
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